• Tell your health care provider if you are trying to become pregnant, are already pregnant, or are breast-feeding.
  • Ferrlecit contains benzyl alcohol and therefore should not be used in newborns.

    • What are some possible side effects of Ferrlecit? (This is NOT a complete list of side effects reported with Ferrlecit. Your health care provider can discuss with you a more complete list of side effects.)

    • Hypersensitivity reactions (see "Special Warnings")
    • Flushing and blood pressure drop (see "Special Warnings")

    Other side effects may include:

    • Injection site reaction
    • Pain
    • Weakness
    • Headache
    • Abdominal pain
    • Fever
    • Feeling tired
    • Dizziness
    • Burning or prickling sensation
    • Shortness of breath
    • Diarrhea
    • Itching
    • Rash

    For more detailed information about Ferrlecit, ask your health care provider.

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    Posted 4/6/99

    Ferrlecit
    Brand Name: Ferrlecit
    Active Ingredient:   sodium ferric gluconate complex in sucrose injection
    Strength(s): 12.5mg/ml
    Dosage Form(s):   intravenous injection
    Company Name:    R & D Laboratories
    Availability:         Prescription only
    *Date Approved by FDA:   February 18, 1999